"The Prom Project of Michigan announces first annual prom"
National puplication features the 1st Annual Prom!
National online magazine, Rolling Out, featured our first annual event: https://rollingout.com/2023/08/16/the-prom-project-of-michigan-announces-first-annual-prom-event/
Meet our founder
Dominique Johnson, MSHS, BA
"God said, 'organize a prom". If you ask Dominique why she founded our organization, she will always start the conversation with this quote, because for her, this organization is a life-long mission. Ms. Johnson graduated from Mercer University with a Master’s of Science Degree in Human Services in 2022 and Cum Laude with a Bachelor of
"God said, 'organize a prom". If you ask Dominique why she founded our organization, she will always start the conversation with this quote, because for her, this organization is a life-long mission. Ms. Johnson graduated from Mercer University with a Master’s of Science Degree in Human Services in 2022 and Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Management from Marygrove College in 2017. Her research and career paths have focused on community- and victim-centered solutions for women and children experiencing sex trafficking and domestic violence. She continues the work of service through volunteering with Leadership for Educational Equity, the Atlanta Coalition for Educational Equity, The Atlanta Business League, and Save the Pearls, 501c3. She has created and facilitated client-centered and evidence-based curriculum that helps clients move into family-sustaining lifestyles through employment and home ownership. She is a lifetime member of Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities and the National Honors Society for Human Services and Universities.
MEET OUR BOARD MEMBERS
Torleice Anderson, MBA, BA Vice President
"I became aware of the Human Trafficking Crisis and have devoted my life to fighting this terrible crime. This dedication to the fight against Human Trafficking Crisis drove me to become a Founder of a 501c3, and as a board member of The Prom Project of Michigan. I feel that bringing awareness and having the ability to identify Human Trafficking is very critical in the fight against and the elimination of Human Trafficking. I am proud to join our Founder, Dominique Johnson, in celebrating those who have survived and can turn tragedy to triumph". Mrs. Anderson has a Master of Business Administration in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration from Central Michigan University in 2012.
Dr. Tamara Matthews, Treasurer
"I am passionate in helping young people reach their full potential through education and opportunities". Dr. Tamara Matthews is an Adjunct Faculty member at Baker College. She is a seasoned Program Manager with over two decades of experience in the automotive industry.
She has served as a classroom mathematics teacher at the secondary level in the Detroit Public School district for five years.
She is active in the community with service through Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. In her spare time, she enjoys thrift shopping, reading with her book club, and making beading jewelry.
Tameka Wafer, Board Member
" I discovered that many people were not aware that children in the United States were trafficked. I knew then that I had to focus on eradicating this terrible corruption. When I became aware of human trafficking of children, I chose to direct my focus for completing tasks that fight against human trafficking. I sincerely feel no child should be trafficked or mistreated, and miss their childhood.
My journey to fight against. With my drive and ability to timely complete tasks, I decided that my understanding of details and processes and my talents in graphic, would be an asset to The Prom Project of Michigan as a board member". Ms. Wafer brings professional skills as a Logistics Coordinator with a penchant for detail. Her hobby of graphic design with clothing is going to be a game changer for the organization.